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Trade Show & Events Specialist

17.03.2025

At PALFINGER, we have been lifting goods to a new level for over 90 years - with a pioneering and passionate spirit. As a global technology and engineering company, we are the world's leading manufacturer and supplier of innovative crane and lifting solutions. Our success is based on the tireless efforts of our approximately 12,350 employees, who contribute their ideas and energy to our vision. With us, you can expect a dynamic working environment full of opportunities for personal and professional development. Become part of our team and start your career at PALFINGER.

PALFINGER is searching for a highly skilled and motivated Trade Show & Events Specialist for our Schaumburg, IL facility to oversee the planning and execution of trade shows and events across North America. This is a key role to elevate our event strategy, manage key logistics, optimize processes, and ensure PALFINGER’s presence at major industry events aligns with our global marketing strategy. The Specialist will drive creativity, efficiency, and vendor management, ensuring that each event is strategically aligned and optimally executed before, during, and after each event.

Your Responsibilities

Comprehensive Event Coordination: Plan, organize, and coordinate several events each year, including small to large-scale trade shows, conferences, industry expos across North America. Ensure alignment with corporate and regional business objectives.
Full-Scope Event Management: Oversee the entire lifecycle of events, from pre-event planning (concept, goals, team coordination) to execution (logistics, onsite support) and post-event evaluation (feedback collection, lead management).
Process Optimization: Review and improve event management processes, incorporating best practices and the latest industry trends. Ensure consistency and efficiency in execution while maintaining flexibility for future changes.
Vendor & Supplier Management: Establish and maintain relationships with key vendors, suppliers, and service providers, including booth contractors, event technology partners, and promotional material providers.
Cross-Functional Collaboration: Work closely with Sales, Service, Product Management, and Corporate Marketing teams to define objectives, share messaging, and align on goals for each event. Ensure seamless communication between teams throughout the planning and execution stages.
Budget Management & Reporting: Manage event budgets, ensuring cost-effective spending and adherence to financial guidelines. Track expenses and provide regular reports on event ROI, lead generation, and performance metrics.

Your Qualifications

Bachelor’s Degree in Marketing, Event Management, Business, or related field.
3-5 years of experience in event coordination, trade show management, or related fields, with a proven track record of executing large-scale events.
Strong communication skills with experience in a multinational, matrixed environment is preferred, especially in a B2B sector.
Knowledge of digital marketing strategies and incorporating them into event planning is a plus.
Strong knowledge of global event standards and best practices is highly desirable.
Skilled in project management, reporting/analysis, vendor management, and leveraging CRM systems.

What We Offer

Competitive compensation.
401(k) with Company match.
Medical, dental, vision, life, accidental death and dismemberment insurance, and short- and long-term disability (depending upon state). Wellness program offered.
Paid Company holidays and paid Personal Time Off (PTO).
Opportunity for continuous learning and career growth.
Base salary range: $85,000 - 115,000

This job posting describes the general nature of work performed by employees within this classification. The information on this posting is not designed to contain a comprehensive list of all responsibilities required of employees assigned to this job. Other duties may be assigned.

PALFINGER is not utilizing any external recruiting agencies for this opportunity.

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability status, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.

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